The wait is over: the finalists are in.
As the race for the 2026 Australian Mortgage Awards (AMAs) heats up, the Excellence Awardees, aka finalists, have been unveiled.
Widely regarded as the Oscars of Australia's mortgage and finance sectors, the AMAs recognise the outstanding individuals, organisations and accomplishments shaping the industry. The annual event brings together key stakeholders from across the profession — including brokers, lenders, aggregators, brokerages, BDMs and service providers — to celebrate excellence, honour achievement and acknowledge those making a significant impact on the industry over the last 12 months.
"The Australian Mortgage Awards recognise the brokers, businesses and industry professionals who continue to push the industry forward," David Smith, chief distribution officer at Liberty Financial Group, told Australian Broker. "By celebrating excellence, we acknowledge the commitment, innovation and customer-first approach that help more Australians access the lending solutions they need.
"Reaching finalist status is an achievement in itself," Smith continued. "It reflects the dedication, professionalism and hard work required to deliver strong outcomes in an evolving market. Finalists should be proud to be recognised among the industry's best and for the positive impact they're making for customers and the broader broker community."
Ryan Gair, co-founder and chief executive officer of non-bank lender Rate Money, added: "Being named a finalist is a significant achievement in a competitive industry. Recognition helps highlight best practice and encourages all of us to keep raising the bar. Ultimately, that benefits the industry and the customers we serve."
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The annual event is produced by Key Media and presented in partnership with both Australian Broker and Mortgage Professional Australia (MPA).
Winners will be revealed on the night of the event, Friday, 16 October, at The Fullerton Hotel Sydney's Grand Ballroom, 1 Martin Place, Sydney. Networking and drinks begin at 7 p.m. The awards program and three-course meal begins promptly at 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. Attendees are encouraged to dress to impress in their sharpest black tie attire.
The 2026 event includes Australian singer and actress Kate Ceberano as the feature act, with Emalia Jane, aka DJ Em, supplying the tunes, and Australian TV presenter and author Andrew Daddo as MC.
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La Trobe Financial Broker of the Year — Commercial
Equity-One Broker of the Year – Productivity
Brighten Broker of the Year – Regional
Bendigo Bank Broker Young Gun of the Year
Liberty Brokerage of the Year – Diversification
MFAA Brokerage of the Year (1 to 5 staff)
Resimac Brokerage of the Year (6 to 20 staff)
Commonwealth Bank Brokerage of the Year (more than 20 staff)
AMP Bank Brokerage of the Year – Regional
Bankwest New Brokerage of the Year
Bluestone Best Customer Service from an Individual Office
Titan Capital Best Industry Marketing Campaign
NAB Best Industry Service
ANZ Woman of Distinction
Prime Capital Boutique Aggregator of the Year
MSA National Aggregator of the Year
Firstmac Best Aggregator BDM
Finsure Best Major Bank BDM
So Money Best Non-Major Bank BDM
Mortgage Choice Best Non-Bank BDM
Infinity Capital Financial Group Bank of the Year
Rate Money Non-Bank of the Year
Brighten Fintech Lender of the Year
Keystone Capital Mortgage Manager of the Year
The national awards are not open for nominations. Finalists are drawn from the winners of the individual broker and brokerage categories, with the national winners revealed on the night.
